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MTD 390 vs MTD 470
Verdict: MTD 390 vs MTD 470
The MTD 390 and the MTD 470 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. MTD 470 leads on rated power with 7 hp against 6 hp. MTD 390 is the lighter machine (127 kg vs 205 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. MTD 470 is the newer design (1969 vs 1966). In short: choose the MTD 470 for outright pulling power, or the MTD 390 if a tighter budget and lighter footprint matter more. Compare the full spec tables below before booking a demo.
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Fit & specs
MTD
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
MTD
62
Fit score
Best match
Clear
Rated power
6 hp
7 hp
Confidence
40%
40%
Guide price
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Overview
Manufacturer
MTDReference
MTDReference
air-cooled vertical-shaftReference
The four-speed transmission was used beginning in 1972.Reference
Engine
Power (gross)
4.5 kWReference
5.2 kWReference
Starter type
manual recoilReference
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Displacement
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19.44 ciReference
Bore/Stroke
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76 x 70 mmReference
Starter
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electricReference
Starter volts
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12Reference
Transmission
Transmission
PeerlessReference
Peerless 501Reference
Gears
3 forward and 1 reverseReference
4 forward and 1 reverseReference
Dimensions
Weight
127 kgReference
205 kgReference
Front tire
10.25-3.50Reference
12.5x4.50-6Reference
Rear tire
12.50-4.50Reference
16.00x6.50Reference
Lawn/turf front
10.25-3.50Reference
12.5x4.50-6Reference
Lawn/turf rear
12.50-4.50Reference
16.00x6.50Reference
Length
127 cmReference
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Height (steering wheel)
73 cmReference
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Shipping weight
127 kgReference
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MTD 390 attachments
390 Serial Numbers
1966
136-390 (model code)Reference
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1967
137-390 (model code)Reference
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1968
138-390 (model code)Reference
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1969
139-390 (model code)Reference
139-470 (model code)Reference
1970
130-390 (model code)Reference
130-470 (model code)Reference
1971
131-390 (model code)Reference
131-470 (model code)Reference
25" Mower deck
Type
gearReference
belt-driven gearReference
Cutting width
63 cmReference
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Overall width
68 cmReference
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Cut height
3 to 7 cmReference
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PTO & Hydraulics
Mid PTO
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independentReference
Clutch
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manualReference
Mid PTO Type
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pulleyReference
MTD 470 attachments
470 Serial Numbers
1972
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132-470 (model code)Reference
1973
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133-470 (model code)Reference
1974
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134-470A (model code)Reference
Location:
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Model number plate on the right side of the instrument panel.Reference
Electrical
Ground
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negativeReference
Battery volts
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12Reference
Attachment overview
Fit score weighs budget, operation size, crop match and data confidence against the details above. It’s guidance, not advice — always confirm with a dealer demo.